Detailed Evaluation & Buyer Recommendation
VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2008 vs VIP Vision 182 Combo SBR O/B 2005 — Same Brand, Different Boat
The VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2008 vs VIP Vision 182 Combo SBR O/B 2005 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
The VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2008 carries a rated maximum of 90 hp. Engine data for the VIP Vision 182 Combo SBR O/B 2005 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2008 carries 46 gallons versus 25 gallons in the VIP Vision 182 Combo SBR O/B 2005. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
The VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2008 is rated for up to 6 people. Passenger data for the VIP Vision 182 Combo SBR O/B 2005 wasn't available.
Bottom line: The VIP Bluewater 186 CCF 2008 and VIP Vision 182 Combo SBR O/B 2005 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.
General Boat Info
ModelBluewater 186 CCF
ModelVision 182 Combo SBR O/B
Model Year2008
Model Year2005
Measurements / Dimensions
Beam - Meters2.39
Beam - Meters2.24
Beam - Inches94
Beam - Inches88
Draft [drive up] - Detail16?
Draft [drive up] - Detailnot available
Weight - Detail1,260 lbs. (without motor)
Weight - Detailnot available
Weight - kg571.53
Weight - kgnot available
Weight - lbs.126
Weight - lbs.not available
Length - Feet18
Length - Feetnot available
Length - Inches9
Length - Inchesnot available
Length overall - Detail18 ft. 9 in
Length overall - Detailnot available
Length overall - Meters5.72
Length overall - Metersnot available
Length overall - Inches225
Length overall - Inchesnot available
Deadrisenot available
Deadrise16.5℃
Body / Hull
Hull materialFiberglass
Hull materialnot available
Hull typeModified Vee
Hull typenot available
Engine and Drivetrain
Fuel tank capacity - Detail46 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Detail25 gal
Fuel tank capacity - Liters174.13
Fuel tank capacity - Liters94.64
Fuel tank capacity - Gal46
Fuel tank capacity - Gal25
Fuel typeGas
Fuel typenot available
Drive typeOutboard
Drive typeOutboard
Engine maxRecommended: 90-115 hp Maximum: 130 hp
Engine maxnot available
Engine/s standardnot available
Engine/s standard90?140 hp
Operational Info
Maximum people6 or 845 lbs
Maximum peoplenot available
Trailer Info
Trailer - DetailModel 7975SN single axle galvanized with 14 in. galvanized wheels
Trailer - DetailModel 7954SN Single-Axle Trailer with Chrome Wheels and Chrome Lug Nuts
Trailer - Height88 in
Trailer - Heightnot available
Trailer - Length over all22 ft. 8 in
Trailer - Length over allnot available
Trailer - WeightTow Weight: 2,800 lbs
Trailer - Weightnot available